This version of a library features the latest version of serial filter driver (the same revision as in the Serial Monitor 7.71). It also features increased monitoring performance and fixes a number of reported and internally discovered bugs.

· Dropped support for old OS versions

This release drops support for Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista operating systems, including corresponding server editions. A previous version with support for those OS versions is available here.

This release brings better support for virtual serial ports from different suppliers on the market.

Version 2.10.00.2206

Released on: 5/1/2010

New Features

· New Driver Installation Framework

This release features a new driver installation mechanism. SPMC now uses built-in Windows services to install the filter driver, resulting in much lower risks of permanently disabling serial devices and reduces the need to reboot the computer.

· New Redistributable Options

This version of the library greatly simplifies redistribution. Now you do not have to manually copy files and call exported functions. Instead, you can either use the special redistributable installer or use one of the provided Windows Installer merge modules.

Version 2.05.00.2038

Released on: 2/10/2010

New Features

· Compatibility with STA clients improved

SPMC now correctly works with single thread apartment clients, including scripting engines.

Version 2.03.00.1943

Released on: 12/4/2009

Fixed Bugs

· Several bugs fixes

Several bugs were fixed in library and samples.

Version 2.02.00.1858

Released on: 8/14/2009

Fixed Bugs

· Incorrect paths in samples

Fixed incorrect paths in several (native) samples

New Features

· New sample

VB.NET sample application is included

Version 2.01.00.1801

Released on: 5/28/2009

Fixed Bugs

· Possible crash in library

A possible crash (GPF) in SPMC has been fixed.

· Several corrections

Several corrections were made to the library samples.

Version 2.00.00.1736

Released on: 5/12/2009

New Features

· Support for 64-bit OSes

Serial Port Monitoring Control is now fully compatible with 64-bit Microsoft operating systems. The full list of supported operating systems is provided below:

Microsoft Windows 2000

Microsoft Windows XP 32-bit

Microsoft Windows XP 64-bit

Microsoft Windows Vista 32-bit

Microsoft Windows Vista 64-bit

Microsoft Windows 7 Beta&amp;RC 32-bit

Microsoft Windows 7 Beta&amp;RC 64-bit

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server 32-bit

Microsoft Windows 2003 Server 64-bit

Microsoft Windows 2008 Server 32-bit

Microsoft Windows 2008 Server 64-bit

· New samples included

This release includes MFC sample and Delphi sample and is also compatible with Microsoft Visual Studio 2008.

Updated Features

· Based on new driver

This version of SPMC is based on a new filter driver, which is also shared by Serial Monitor 5.22. It features greater reliability, improved performance and bettern device support.

· Extended trial period

Library's trial period is now 60 days.

Version 1.03

Released on: 3/20/2006

New Features

· Licensing Policy has been changed

The Licensing Policy has been changed. See the included documentation for more information.

Version 1.02

Released on: 2/13/2006

New Features

· The library now operates in demo mode until it is registered.

There is no trial period anymore. You can install and test the library for free until you are ready to use it in the production environment.

Updated Features

· Eliminated the need to restart the computer after installing the library.